The National Defense Radio Show

CNN’s Katie Bo Lillis with “Death of a Racehorse”

We welcome CNN Investigative Reporter Katie Bo Lillis to the show to talk about her project, a new book “Death of a Racehorse” chronicling the challenges in the horseracing industry in the 21st Century.  Trainers and tracks are looking to lower the incidence of horses “breaking down” and having to be euthanized on tracks across the country.

Monuments Men Author Robert Edsel: The Untold Heroes of WWII and a Dutch-American Promise That Lives On

We welcome writer Robert Edsel to the program to talk about his newest epic book called “Remember Us:  American Sacrifice, Dutch Freedom, and A Forever Promise Forged in World War II.”  Robert has written many great books, including his “The Monuments Men” book which was turned into an award winning film, led by George Clooney.  Randy and Robert talk about his work chronologically, following the heroic efforts of military men and women around the world, and much more.

From FBI Captain to Best-Selling Author: Greg Heist on Quantico, Criminal Investigation, and His Thrilling New Novel 'The Silo'

We welcome author and retired FBI Captain in charge of the Criminal Investigation Division, Greg Heist, to the show to talk about his time serving at Quantico and how that background has lent itself to him being one of the most heralded authors writing police procedural novels.  Randy and Greg talk about his time serving in law enforcement and then some little breadcrumbs about what you can expect from this incredible book, “The Silo.”

Regenerative Agriculture with Finian Makepeace and Jason Mraz

We welcome Finian Makepeace, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer for Kiss the Ground, a group dedicated to the study and promotion of regenerative agriculture and soil health conservation, and multi-platinum singer/songwriter Jason Mraz to talk about the organization.  Randy, Finian, and Jason discuss farming, conservation, and changing attitudes toward a mindful approach to our ever-changing agricultural landscape.

Author and Retired Army Lt. Colonel Brad Taylor

We welcome Army veteran Brad Taylor to the program to hear about his time serving as an ODA Commander and an Operator in the Special Missions Unit of the Army.  Brad’s time as a soldier informed the publication of 19 novels, including the new release “The Gray Zone.”

Actress Teri Polo on The National Defense

“Relative Control” is the new project of actress Teri Polo. We welcome her to the show this weekend to talk about her time as a major character in the “Meet the Parents” trilogy of films and her new streaming project “Relative Control,” which examines the role of the caregiver in a humorous fashion.

Actress Julia Schlaepfer on The National Defense

This week, we welcome actress Julia Schlaepfer, who portrays Alexandra Dutton on the Paramount Plus series "1923." Randy and Julia talk about her parent's love of "Yellowstone" and how special it is to have her portray one of the scions of the Dutton clan in CBS and Paramount's rich world of "Yellowstone" storytelling.  They discuss working with Helen Mirren, Harrison Ford, and much more.

Comedian Dewayne White with “A Boy Named Shannon”

We welcome US Army veteran and stand-up comic Dewayne White to the show to talk about his time in the Army as a combat veteran, the name “Shannon,” and where you can catch his great new stand-up special “A Boy Named Shannon,” available now!

Beth Russell, Freedom Dogs VSO Founder and Lead Trainer

The National Defense welcomes Beth Russell, the founder and lead trainer of the great veteran service organization Freedom Dogs, to the show.  Randy and Beth talk about dogs and why she felt it necessary to start the organization Freedom Dogs in the first place. They recount some of the work her dogs have done to support the Marine Corps’ Wounded Warrior Battalion-West at Camp Pendleton.

Actor Stephen Lang Back on The National Defense

The Irwin Brothers are at it again, and this week we are happy to welcome back actor Stephen Lang to the show to talk about his role in “The House of David” now airing on Amazon Prime Video.  Randy and Stephen talk about his military career, his stage and screen performances, as well as his foray into the Biblical work “House of David” in which he plays Samuel.  We think you’ll enjoy Stephen’s role in the actual David and Goliath series on Prime Video.